Sec. 6-118. Emergency Management Organization; Director; appointment
Codified through Bill No. CB-018-2026, adopted May 12, 2026, effective July 24, 2026. Source: Municode, Supplement 2026 Update 2. Editorial notes and legislative history omitted.
Prince George's County, Md., Code § 6-118 (2026)
Sec. 6-118. Emergency Management Organization; Director; appointmentLinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Office of the Director of Emergency Management is hereby created.
(b)
The Director shall be appointed by the Governor pursuant to the provisions of Article 16A, Section 7 of the Annotated Code of Maryland, upon the recommendation of the County Executive.
(c)
Prior to submission to the Governor, the County Executive shall secure the concurrence of the County Council with his recommendation in the manner set forth in Section 322 of the Charter.
(d)
The Director shall serve at the pleasure of the County Executive and the County Council.
(e)
The Director shall be a qualified and competent person experienced in public safety, disaster relief, or similar activities.
(f)
The Director shall perform the duties imposed upon him by this Chapter and all other duties as delegated by the County Executive.